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Episode: The Science & Psychology Behind Stubbornness
Description: In this Leader Lounge episode Martin discusses the linked concepts of cognitive dissonance and confirmation bias.Cognitive DissonanceDefinition: The mental discomfort experienced when a person holds two or more conflicting beliefs or when their actions contradict their beliefs/values. It's the psychological tension of knowing something isn't right or won't serve you well, but doing it anyway.Example: Knowing smoking is bad for you but doing it regardless.Result: It can feel uncomfortable and create a strong desire for avo...